Jibreel
Jibreel is a Muslim boy name meaning “The Angel Gabriel”.
| Meaning | The Angel Gabriel |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Hebrew via Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | جبريل |
| Pronunciation | jib-REEL |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Jibreel
Jibreel is a spelling of Jibrīl, the Arabic name of the Angel Gabriel, who brought the revelation of the Quran to the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. The name is generally explained from Hebrew as 'God is my strength'. In Islamic tradition Jibrīl is also called al-Rūḥ al-Amīn, the Trustworthy Spirit, and naming a son after him is widespread.
Is Jibreel a Muslim name?
Yes. Jibreel is a Muslim name: it is the name of the archangel who brought the revelation, mentioned by name in the Quran.
Is Jibreel in the Quran?
Jibril is named in the Quran: 'Say: whoever is an enemy to Gabriel, it is he who has brought it down upon your heart by permission of Allah' (Quran 2:97).
Where is the name Jibreel used?
Used throughout the Muslim world and increasingly popular in the English-speaking diaspora in this spelling.
Gifts with the name Jibreel
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Spellings and variants of Jibreel
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Jibreel mean?
Jibreel means 'The Angel Gabriel'. It comes from Hebrew via Arabic.
Is Jibreel a Muslim name?
Yes. Jibreel is a Muslim name: it is the name of the archangel who brought the revelation, mentioned by name in the Quran.
How do you write Jibreel in Arabic?
Jibreel is written جبريل in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Jibreel?
Jibreel is pronounced jib-REEL.
Is Jibreel mentioned in the Quran?
Jibril is named in the Quran: 'Say: whoever is an enemy to Gabriel, it is he who has brought it down upon your heart by permission of Allah' (Quran 2:97).